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mope

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Verb — To move around in a gloomy, listless way, feeling sorry for oneself.

How to use mope

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mope around mope about something

Etymology

Late Middle English, originally meaning "fool" or "simpleton"; likely related to Low German and Scandinavian words for sulking or pouting.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “mope” mean?

The word “mope” means to move around in a gloomy, listless way, feeling sorry for oneself. In plain terms, to sulk or drift about in low spirits.

How do you pronounce “mope”?

“Mope” is pronounced mohp (/moʊp/ in IPA).

How do you use “mope” in a sentence?

Here is “mope” used in a sentence: “He moped for days after losing the match.”

What part of speech is “mope”?

Depending on how it is used, “mope” can be a verb and a noun.

Where does the word “mope” come from?

The word “mope” comes from Middle English. Late Middle English, originally meaning "fool" or "simpleton"; likely related to Low German and Scandinavian words for sulking or pouting.

How many meanings does “mope” have?

“Mope” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: to move around in a gloomy, listless way, feeling sorry for oneself.

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